Ban the bead
Grantham Institute researcher takes a stand on plastic microbeads
Grantham Lecturer Dr Erik van Sebille is giving evidence in Parliament today to support a ban on plastic microbeads in cosmetic products.
Stories tagged with 'Environment'
Positive energy
Energy and environment spark conversations at Imperial Festival
The Energy and Environment zone took Imperial Festival by storm at the weekend, showcasing research from sustainable transport to solar power.
joy ride
Walking and cycling in cities is good for health, despite worse air pollution
The health benefits of walking and cycling outweigh the negative effects on health of air pollution, according to a new study.
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ocean survivors
Tiny plankton likely to ride out global warming
Plankton have evolved to survive a wide range of conditions, thanks to their unexpectedly vast ocean travels, a new study suggests.
WEEKEND OUTLOOK
Extreme weather predicted at Imperial Festival
Sunshine, wind, some rain and volcanic eruptions are forecast for Imperial Festival on 7 and 8 May 2016.
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Rainforest secrets
Nine things we have learned from one of ecology's largest field experiments
Researchers studying a logged forest in Borneo have uncovered surprising findings from rare species to trends of ecosystem resilience.
Earth day news
60 world leaders prepare to sign international climate agreement on Earth Day
"A great moment to be savoured," says Chair of the Grantham Institute, as the Paris Agreement signing takes place today.
Low carbon economy
Optimism and strong leadership are needed to tackle climate change, say experts
Businesses need a positive mindset and a robust strategy to overcome the challenges of climate change, said experts at the Business School yesterday.
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Wake up call
Wake up to a green fortune, UN chief climate diplomat told an Imperial audience
Christiana Figueres called for investors to take risks that benefit the environment and global poverty at the Grantham Institute annual lecture.
Villagers Access Energy
Imperial student helps Bangladeshi villagers get access to energy
Energy poverty is a key issue obstructing development and in Bangladesh (60% of the rural households in the country are energy poor).
